Many people live in close proximity to their senior relatives—perhaps in the same city, neighborhood, or even home—but many do not. You may live across the state or country from your loved one, yet you still want to make sure they are receiving quality care. If you can’t be physically present with your parents or … Read More
Approaches for Helping Seniors Navigate Technology Caregivers can help improve the lives of seniors by helping them achieve a longer period of independence and self-sufficiency. One way caregivers can do this is by teaching them how to navigate the world of technology. Technology doesn’t need to be frustrating for an older adult. It can actually … Read More
According to the Minnesota Department of Human Services, 245D Basic Support Services are: “Services that provide the level of assistance, supervision and care that is necessary to ensure the health and safety of the person.” Best Care is a licensed provider of 245D basic services in Minnesota. This includes homemaking, respite, adult companion, personal support, … Read More
You’ve had the tough conversation. You’ve recognized a need for in-home care services for yourself or a loved one. Now what? As you start to narrow down your options for home care services, keep these 4 tips in mind. Tip 1: Define Your Needs With the help of a doctor, family, social worker, and/or close … Read More
Spring is in the air in Minnesota! As we start to enjoy the warmer weather, it’s also a perfect chance to re-evaluate the activity level of your elderly home care client. The benefits of regular physical activity include an increased energy level, better emotional and social health, weight management, and even decreased pain as joints … Read More
Let’s #CelebrateDifferences in honor of National Autism Awareness Month! According to Autism Speaks, “Autism refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication.” There are many subtypes of ASD. Autism isn’t a single condition but a series of behaviors or cognitive challenges that affect each … Read More
Caregivers are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis. You are taking care of the most vulnerable in our society. We at Best Care want to help reduce your exposure to this virus. We are now offering our innovative “Best Care Timesheet” app for free to all agency-affiliated personal care assistants (PCAs) across the state, … Read More
App will ensure safer and consistent care during COVID-19 crisis ST. PAUL, Minn. (April 8, 2020): Leading home care service provider, Best Care offers its innovative “Best Care Timesheet” app for free to all agency-affiliated personal care assistants (PCAs) across the state, regardless of where they work. Recognizing the urgent need to support Minnesota PCAs … Read More
Talking to your aging parents about accepting in-home care can be one of the toughest conversations you will ever have. If you’ve started to worry about your loved one living alone at home, it might be time to broach the subject of enlisting in-home senior care services. How will they react? What happens if they … Read More
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a broad term for a group of disorders that cause weakness or problems using muscles. It’s also the most prevalent motor disability in childhood. When CP causes more severe symptoms, a child may require special equipment in order to walk. Others may have more mild CP, requiring fewer accommodations. While no … Read More